MIP Development Scholar (Global Remote)

Gurobi Optimization; À distance; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading optimization software provider seeks a MIP Development Scholar to participate in a two-year training program. This role involves learning about algorithm development, customer interaction, and core MIP engine functionality. Candidates should have strong programming skills and hold at least a Master's degree in a relevant field. The position is based in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France, and offers opportunities for professional growth through a structured training experience.

Qualifications

• Proficient in written and verbal English.
• Master's degree or Ph.D. preferred in a relevant field.

Responsabilités

• Learn the Gurobi Optimizer from internal and external perspectives.
• Design, implement and benchmark new algorithmic ideas.
• Write tests to ensure new functionalities work correctly.
• Present new product features at technical conferences.

Connaissances

Programming

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Linear algebra theory knowledge

Self-educating

Formation

Master's degree in operations research, computer science, or related discipline

Outils

C Programming

Python

Java

C++

Linux

Description du poste

Overview

As a MIP Development Scholar at Gurobi Optimization, you will be part of the Gurobi Engine MIP School. This 2-year training program aims to prepare promising individuals to join our Development Team, Technical Experts Team, or Technical Account Management Team. During the program, you will rotate through several departments, learn what they do, and help them achieve their goals.

You will start with the Gurobi Expert - Technical Advisory and Support Team, acting as a crucial link between Gurobi and our global customer base. You will learn how customers use our product and the challenges they face. Your responsibilities include addressing technical inquiries—from product installation to licensing questions, model troubleshooting, and parameter tuning—and contributing to user experience improvements, modeling and tuning assistance, and development of technical resources.

The main portion of your journey will be with the MIP Engine Development Team, which maintains and develops the core algorithms at the heart of the Gurobi solver. You will receive training sessions with team members and participate in joint projects with MIP developers.

Collaboration is vital, and you will work closely with a highly skilled team, actively participating in knowledge-sharing sessions, team meetings, and discussions to foster a culture of continuous learning.

The goal of the program is that after two years of training, you will have a complete knowledge of the Gurobi Solver: how to use it, how to tune it, and how to develop and improve it. You will master MIP modeling, MIP algorithmic theory, and the efficient implementation of numerical and combinatorial algorithms in C. This will set you up for success in one of the technical roles at Gurobi or in related applied optimization roles in academia or industry.

What will you be doing?

• Learn about the Gurobi Optimizer from internal and external perspectives, including some customer interaction
• Learn all about our core MIP Engine and how to develop code for it
• Design, implement and benchmark new algorithmic ideas
• Proactively identify and resolve bugs detected in the code, ensuring the stability and integrity of the Gurobi product
• Write tests to ensure that new algorithms and functionalities work correctly and reliably
• Write technical articles and documentation, interact with users of Gurobi through our forums and our support channels
• Develop materials for use in presentations at events, conferences, and training sessions
• Present new product features and capabilities at technical conferences, fostering engagement with Gurobi users

What experience and qualifications should you have?

• Proficient in both written and verbal English
• Proficient in one or more programming languages like Python, Java, C, or C++
• Master's degree in operations research, computer science, or similar discipline/experience (Ph.D. preferred)

What skills and abilities should you have?

• Passion for programming
• Ability to self-educate from online material and trial-and-error exercises
• Excellent communication skills to convey technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Linear algebra theory knowledge
• Basic system administration skills (Linux)
• Any previous knowledge about the topics that you will learn is a plus

What other requirements should you have?

• Strong commitment to continuous learning
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues in a timely manner
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and effectively manage tasks and projects without constant supervision
• Consistently meeting commitments, deadlines, and responsibilities, demonstrating high trustworthiness and dependability

Here is what you will learn:

• LP and MIP theory knowledge
• LP and MIP algorithm experience
• Practical MIP modeling experience
• C programming
• More general algorithm knowledge
• Computational experience in linear programming and mixed-integer programming
• Conducting thorough computational experiments and interpreting the results

Your Alignment with our Gurobi Core Values:

• Customer Focus: Verbal & written communication skills that bring clarity and build trust.
• Power of the Team: Motivated with a team-oriented mindset that aims to both inspire and be inspired by others.
• Innovation: The courage to bring ideas forward and see yourself as an integral part of our global team.
• Dedication: Organized and agile, focusing on meeting professional objectives while promoting a healthy work/life balance.
• Integrity: Promise to uphold honesty as your compass and conduct all business practices with an ethical mindset and fiscal responsibility.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.